Attorney General Paxton Files Suit to Protect Texans and Physicians from New Obamacare Mandate
“This is the thirteenth lawsuit I have been forced to bring against the Obama Administration’s continued threats on constitutional rights of Texans,” said Attorney General Paxton. “The federal government has no right to force Texans to pay for medical procedures designed to change a person’s sex. I am disappointed in the Obama Administration’s lack of consideration for medical professionals who believe that engaging in such procedures or treatment violates their Hippocratic Oath, their conscience, or their personal religious beliefs, which are protected by the Constitution and federal law.”
Federal Court Rejects Request to Block Enforcement of Campus Carry Law
“I am pleased, but not surprised, that the Court denied the request to block Texas’ campus carry law. There is simply no legal justification to deny licensed, law-abiding citizens on campus the same measure of personal protection they are entitled to elsewhere in Texas. The right to keep and bear arms is guaranteed for all Americans, including college students, and I will always stand ready to protect that right.”
Texas Attorney General Obtains TRO to Stop Unauthorized Legal Service Operation in El Paso
Attorney General Ken Paxton today announced that a state district court in El Paso issued a temporary restraining order (TRO) for Moises Eloy Castillo and Servicios Profesionales, L.L.C. for violations of the Texas Deceptive Practices Act (DTPA) and the Texas Notary Public Act. The lawsuit seeks civil penalties of up to $20,000 per violation of the DTPA.
Ruling in Favor of School and State Rights, Federal Court Stops Enforcement of Obama Public Schools Bathroom Directive Nationwide
“We are pleased that the court ruled against the Obama Administration’s latest illegal federal overreach. This President is attempting to rewrite the laws enacted by the elected representatives of the people, and is threatening to take away federal funding from schools to force them to conform. That cannot be allowed to continue, which is why we took action to protect States and School Districts, who are charged under state law to establish a safe and disciplined environment conducive to student learning.”
AG Paxton’s Child Support Division Wins Prestigious National Award
“Parents fleeing abusive situations may be reluctant to seek child support because they fear retaliation or renewed contact with the other parent,” said Attorney General Paxton. “I’m proud that our Child Support Division has worked so diligently to ensure that custodial parents can safely receive the support their children need and deserve. This national award is richly deserved for everyone involved ”“ from CSD Director Mara Friesen to the dedicated staff and attorneys who work tirelessly to improve outcomes for Texas families.”
Federal Court Agrees with Texas Brief and Rejects Proposed Class Action Settlement for Benefiting Lawyers Instead of Class Members
A federal district court in California, last Wednesday, rejected the proposed settlement of a class action lawsuit against Similasan Corporation (Allen v. Similasan Corp., Case N. 12-cv-376-BAS-JLB, S.D. Cal.). Among other claims, the company was accused of engaging in false and deceptive labeling of their homeopathic products. A proposed settlement class counsel and Similasan presented to the court would have only paid class attorneys and two plaintiffs, while affected consumers would not receive any monetary compensation and would waive their claims for compensation.
Attorney General Paxton Defends School and State Rights Against Federal Overreach
“We are confident that the court will rule against the Obama Administration’s latest illegal federal overreach. This President is attempting to rewrite the laws that were enacted by the elected representatives of the people, and is using the threat of losing federal funding to get schools to conform; that cannot be allowed to continue. The Obama Administration’s directive unlawfully invades areas that are better left to local schools and parents to balance the needs of students, including their safety, privacy and dignity.”
AG Paxton Announces Temporary Restraining Order Stopping Sale of Dangerous Synthetic Drugs
The Office of the Attorney General (OAG) obtained a temporary restraining order (TRO) against Spice Boutique in Houston for violating the Texas Deceptive Trade Practices Act (DTPA) and the nuisance statute. The OAG also sued Spice Boutique’s owners, brothers Minh Dang and Tuan Dang. The lawsuit is based on an investigation by the Houston Police Department Narcotics Division (HPD) into 16 synthetic marijuana overdoses that happened in Hermann Park in June 2016.
Attorney General Paxton Joins with 48 Other States to Secure Settlement with Cephalon Over Drug Monopoly
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton today announced a $125 million, 49-state settlement with Cephalon, Inc., and affiliated companies. The settlement ends a multistate investigation into anticompetitive conduct by Cephalon seeking to extend its monopoly on its narcolepsy drug, Provigil. That conduct delayed generic versions of Provigil from entering the market for several years.
AG Paxton: Joint Investigation Lands Three Men in Jail for Online Solicitation of Minors
“The three individuals who have been arrested this week no longer pose a threat to the children of Texas,” said Attorney General Paxton. “Unfortunately, the dangers of the world can infiltrate any home via computers, tablets, or even a phone. I am grateful for the individuals working in our Child Exploitation Unit and the dedicated law enforcement officials they work with who bring individuals like these to justice.”